New York Inflation Refund Checks: What You Need to Know
In the last two weeks, you may have received a check from New York State as part of Governor Kathy Hochul’s “inflation refund” program. These one-time payments are intended to […]
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How We Help Survivors of Domestic Violence
This month marks the third anniversary of Build Up Justice NYC’s Domestic Violence (DV) Program. Developed in response to the issues faced by our clients in other service areas, the […]
Get Help Avoiding a Lien Sale from Brooklyn A
New York City will host a lien sale on June 3rd, 2025—pushed back two weeks from the original date of May 20th. Any property that has outstanding property tax, water, […]
Recognizing 'Go Purple Day' with Brooklyn A's DV Program
October is an important month for Brooklyn A’s Domestic Violence Program: it both marks the nationally-recognized Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and marks the 2nd anniversary of our Domestic Violence (“DV”) […]
Housing Bills to Keep an Eye On
It’s hard to move in NYC right now. The housing crisis has been severe with New York City’s vacancy rate dropping below 2% and low income people of color continuing […]
Section 8 Voucher Waitlist to Reopen for One Week in June
The New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) announced last week that it will be re-opening its Housing Choice Voucher waitlist for one week in June. First announced in Mayor Eric […]
The New Direct File System for Taxpayers
Every year, taxpayers work to have their taxes filed with the IRS and New York State Department of Taxation and Finance by the standard filing deadline (or by the extended […]
Dispensaries in NYC: Getting Started and How BKA Can Help
Cannabis is here, weaving its roots into the fabric of entrepreneurship much like any other small business venture. With the recent legalization in New York, a wave of opportunity has […]
Tracking the Trends for NYC Small Businesses
It’s been three years since the pandemic began and the impact of Covid-19 can still be felt in every sector and part of daily and New York’s small businesses have […]
Helpful Tips When Facing Foreclosure
According to the U.S. Foreclosure Market Report from ATTOM, in May of this year New York City had reached the greatest number of foreclosures among major metropolitan areas with 1,452 […]